(Peter L Mackenzie) 1 Peter 1:8 The formula for perseverance - recall all the reasons to love Jesus, trust Him, and keep your eyes on glory when you will see Him.

(Peter L Mackenzie) (One of the series "2 Samuel") 2 Samuel 18:19-33 (esp v33) We must focus on the interests of God's kingdom, not our guilt nor losses. Grief over the consequences of sin led Jesus to suffer for us.

(Peter L Mackenzie) (One of the series "Gospel of Matthew") Matthew 22:34-46 We must recognize that God's commands condemn us all, and that He has come in love as a man, the Son of David, to save us.

(Peter L Mackenzie) (One of the series "Gospel of Matthew") Matthew 22:23-33 esp v29 Could you be wrong? The source of error - not knowing the scriptures, nor understanding nor experiencing the power of God.

(Peter L Mackenzie) Psalm 46:9 Remembrance Sunday The God who makes war cease. Peace can only come through judgement, either on the last day or in His Son on the cross. Which will apply to us?

(Peter L Mackenzie) (One of the series "Bible Study - 1 Corinthians") 1 Corinthians 7:25-40 esp v35 Help for a church confused about sexual relationships. Freedom within prescribed bounds, so that we live our short lives devoted to God with an eye to eternity.

(Peter L Mackenzie) (One of the series "2 Samuel") 2 Samuel 18:1-18 Who killed Absalom? The loved but unrepentant rebel, hanging between heaven and hell, will not escape the punishment due him.

(Peter L Mackenzie) (One of the series "Gospel of Matthew") Matthew 22:15-22 Truth! It can be spoken insincerely - but true faith in Jesus will be more than words, it will be seen in what we do.

(Peter L Mackenzie) (One of the series "Bible Study - 1 Corinthians") 1 Corinthians 7:17 Be godly and content - not anxious about your place in life. Do what God has appointed for you to do.

(Peter L Mackenzie) (One of the series "2 Samuel") 2 Samuel 17:14,15 There are no "nobodies" in God's providential workings. God's plan is to use His "team" to acheive His purposes.